Kien Giang - 17 Attractions You Must Visit

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About Kien Giang

Located in the Mekong Delta regions, it is known for its fishing and rice farming.

Types of Attractions in Kien Giang

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List of Attractions in Kien Giang

Bai Dai beach

One of the beautiful beaches in Vietnam which were covered with white sands and is very possible for water sports and this place is famous for its large water species.

Di Tích Nhà Tù Phú Quốc

Phu Quoc War Prisoner Prison, or Phu Quoc Communist Prisoner Prison is a prison located in An Thoi town on the southernmost island of Phu Quoc . During the Indochina War, this prison was called the Coconut Tree Prison. This is a central prison prisoner in the Republic of Vietnam, each holding more than 32,000 prisoners

Dinh Bà Thủy Long Thánh Mẫu

One of the Buddhist pagoda which was located in the Phu Quoc island district of Kien Giang province, Vietnam. Thuy Long Thanh Mau or the goddess Kim Giao (unknown year of birth, year of death); is considered a person who has openly cleared the Phu Quoc island district of Kien Giang province, Vietnam. This place is famous among the tourists by its architecture and its historical significance.

Làng Chài Hàm Ninh

Làng Chài Hàm Ninh

Outdoors- Other

A traditional fishing village in the Kien Giang province, Vietnam.Ham Ninh commune is divided into 2 hamlets including Bai Vong and Rach Ham. This place is beautiful with its nature and the water resource. We can study the living of the Vietnamese people from here.

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple

Buddhist Temples

Nguyen Trung Truc Temple is the largest temple in the temples worshiping him in Kien Giang province. Unique architectural features along with trophies, memorabilia, and illustrious victories turn the temple into one of the attractive attractions in Phu Quoc. The temple is located opposite the tranquil river, near the waterfront and shaded by the cool green Bodhi trees. This is the largest temple in the 9 temples in Phu Quoc worshiping Nguyen Trung Truc.

Núi Đá Dựng

Núi Đá Dựng

1 Day Treks

Mountain Peaks

Da Dung Mountain is located near the Vietnam - Cambodia border. From Ha Tien city, follow Highway 80 to close to Thach Dong (about 7 km ), turn right, and go about 2.5 km to Da Dung mountain. This is a limestone block about 100 m high. From a distance, the mountain looks like an isosceles trapezoid, and because of the standing cliffs, it is called Da Dung mountain.

Phú Quốc

A pretty island which was located off the coast of Cambodia - is one of south-east Asia's best-kept secrets. The economy is centered on fishing, agriculture, and a fast-growing tourism sector.

Quần đảo An Thới

An Thoi archipelago is an archipelago located in the Gulf of Thailand which was under the management of Hon Thom commune, Phu Quoc District , Kien Giang province, Vietnam. The waters here are clear water; in some places, the sea is nearly 30 m deep. Visitors can explore nature, fishing, scuba diving.

Sao Beach

Sao Beach

Beaches

One of the beautiful beach which was located in the heart of the Kien Giang province which was popular among tourists with its white powdery sand, jungle backdrop and so many swaying palm trees for tourists to enjoy. This beach is also famous for so many marine creatures also.

Son island

Son island

Islands

Côn Sơn, also known as Côn Lôn, is the largest island of the Côn Đảo archipelago, off the coast of southern Vietnam. Hon Son means ‘Mountain Island’. It’s a rugged yet green and exceptionally beautiful isle.

Starfish Beach

Powdery sands, crystal clear waters and a sea full of orange starfishes.

Sùng Hưng Cổ Tự

Sùng Hưng Cổ Tự

Buddhist Temples

Sung Hung Pagoda is the oldest temple in Phu Quoc district, Kien Giang province, Vietnam. The pagoda is located on Tran Hung Dao street (near Dinh Cau night market ) in Duong Dong town, Phu Quoc district. It is located on a mountain near the center of Duong Dong town. Chua gate turns to the North, overlooking the market, right on the main road, stretching over a large area from the foot to the top of the mountain.

Suối Tranh Waterfall

A beautiful waterfall which was located in the middle of a dense forest within the Ham Ninh Mountains. This place is ideal for picnicking, camping, and bird-watching, with small walking paths available for those who prefer a leisurely hike through the jungle. It is one of the precious places with large verities of flora and fauna.

Suoi Tranh Waterfall

Suoi Tranh Waterfall

Waterfalls

Short Hikes

Sculptures

A small waterfall and sculpture park accessed through a short uphill hike. You can take a shower underneath.

Thạch Động

Thạch Động

Mountain Peaks

Thach Dong, also known as Van Son, is a giant remnant limestone, standing tall on a sandhill of early De-carbon sand, right along Ha Tien road to Cambodia. It was now one of the tourist attractions in Vietnam.

Trúc Lâm Hộ Quốc Zen Monastery

Trúc Lâm Hộ Quốc Zen Monastery

Viewpoints

Buddhist Temples

Located at the base of a mountain facing the sea and the rising sun, this is the largest Buddhist temple in Phu Quoc island.

U Minh Thuong National Park

Located in An Minh and Vinh Thuan districts, Kien Giang Province which was recognized as one of the three highest priority sites for wetland conservation in the Mekong Delta. U Minh Thuong National Park is attractive to visitors worldwide thanks to its wide varieties of impressive features, historical values, and biodiversity values as well.

Map of attractions in Kien Giang

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